Job Description: The position is responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the Council’s horticultural assets throughout the Shire either on a fixed garden site, a mobile maintenance team, or single operator of a tractor. It’s a hands on position with responsibility for self-managing your output working within a team. The primary function of the position is to ensure that horticultural works are completed in an effective, efficient and safe manner in line with Council’s Operating Procedures. In this role the incumbent may be directed to work in other areas of the Unit to satisfy workload and resourcing requirements. Job Responsibilities: Plan and execute the ongoing maintenance of the Council’s horticultural assets throughout the Sutherland Shire area either on a fixed garden site, a mobile maintenance team, or single operator of a tractor. Ensure that horticultural works are completed in an effective, efficient and safe manner in line with Council’s Operating Procedures. Share your sound technical knowledge of parks maintenance, and improvement activities. Goods and materials are handled on and off vehicles safely and delivered / stored in appropriate position Materials and equipment are delivered safely and on time to the nominated destination in line with HVNL. Work sites are prepared to comply with Council standards and WHS guidelines. Chemicals are applied according to legislative and SSC work plans. Job Requirements: Certificate 2 Horticulture, Arboriculture or equivalent related industry qualification Traffic Control Certificates (Blue / Yellow Level) Operation of horticultural plant & equipment e.g. tractor & slasher, 3 tonne truck, commercial wood-chipper, chainsaw, ride-on mower, etc. Demonstrated ability to plan and execute horticultural work tasks, including chemical application Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to effectively liaise with staff, peers and the general public Demonstrated understanding of WHS and application of safe working methods Desirable Sound technical knowledge of parks maintenance activities Operation of a medium rigid truck (up to 5 tonne) including trailer Working within a team to coordinate resources for shared asset services Provision of worksite traffic control and management Qualification & Experience: AQF3 Chemcert or equivalent qualification Experience or skills Essential Minimum 2 years recent industrial experience in a similar role and or duties Job Details: Company: Sutherland Shire Council Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Sutherland, New South Wales, AU Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careers-trivia.com
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